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Aldo has never really been one to think much about penance.
“We honor God in a multitude of ways,” he’d told Thomas once. “I agree that discomfort is useful. We learn to turn away from our sins and commit to do better. I don't understand what mutilating yourself in His name is meant to accomplish. We were not put in this world to suffer, Thomas."
Thomas had been quiet for a long time. "It is a different thing, though," he'd said finally. "You will agree on that much at least. Self-harm is a sin. Self-flagellation has a place in doctrine."
Aldo had winced. "Next thing you'll tell me is you've joined Opus Dei. You don’t think confession is enough? Prayer?”
“I think mortification of the flesh has its place,” he’d said absently, eyes faraway.
“Does it serve a purpose, though, apart from hurting you? Does senseless pain really bring you any closer to Him?”
Thomas had barely flinched. Aldo had felt possessed by the urge to grab his jaw and direct him forward, look at me, look!
“We must repent, Aldo,” he’d said simply. "By whatever means necessary."
He’s always thought Thomas did enough repentance as it was for the two of them. He thinks he understands better now.
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05 Sep 2025
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Like putting dancing shoes on a rock troll by IloveCallisto
Fandoms: Wiedźmin | The Witcher - All Media Types, Wiedźmin | The Witcher (Video Game)
31 May 2025
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After Anna Henrietta's first night with Damien turns out to be less than spectacular, it is up to Syanna's people skills to help her understand why that was. Yes, we can't believe it either.
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25 Apr 2025
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Came for the ostensible rare pair romance, stayed for the spot on psychoanalysis, trauma and sisterly bonding
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Cardinal Aldo Bellini is elected pope, as his campaign manager, Cardinale Giulio Sabbadin, is experiencing his first mental breakdown ever.
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24 Mar 2025
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Poignant, emotional, painful, but so beautiful....
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It’s a disaster zone. A wet mess of red wine, brandy, juice and fruit segments scattered across the Colonel’s kitchen floor. The wasted sangria and broken punch bowl aren’t the only casualties here; it’s likely her dress is a goner, and she’s pretty sure her pride is mixed up somewhere around her feet.
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09 Dec 2024
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If you make all different choices, can you still end up in the same place?
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19 Oct 2024